Umpire

/ˈʌm.paɪər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An official who watches a game or match closely to enforce the rules and arbitrate on points of contention.

The umpire called the player out after reviewing the play.

A person who decides disputes or disagreements outside of formal sporting contexts.

In the meeting, she acted as the umpire between the two conflicting parties.

verb

To act as an umpire, especially in a game or match.

He was chosen to umpire the final match of the tournament.

To settle disputes or conflicts; to adjudicate.

The mediator was called to umpire their disagreements.

From Middle English 'umpere', from Anglo-Norman 'on pair', meaning 'not a pair', referring to the presence of a third party to settle disputes.

umpire's call

A decision made by the umpire that is final.

umpire's decision

The ruling made by the umpire regarding a play.

make the call

To make a decision, often in reference to the umpire's authority.

referee

An official responsible for overseeing the rules in various sports.

judiciary

A body of judges or a system of courts that interprets and applies the law.

mediator

A person who attempts to make people involved in a conflict come to an agreement.

Blue

The players were complaining about the calls made by the blue.

The man in blue

The man in blue made a controversial call that changed the game.